Addiction Counselling in Edinburgh
I am an Italian psychologist and psychotherapist based in Edinburgh and Whitburn, Bathgate. Given my training in these two areas, I work with various issues that may afflict you, such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship issues, etc. Also, I use an affirmative approach in my work. This means that I validate and support the needs of people of sexual and gender minorities, promoting the search and the expression of an authentic dimension of themselves and their own identity.
I am an Italian psychologist and psychotherapist based in Edinburgh and Whitburn, Bathgate. Given my training in these two areas, I work with various issues that may afflict you, such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorders, relationship issues, etc. Also, I use an affirmative approach in my work. This means that I validate and support the needs of people of sexual and gender minorities, promoting the search and the expression of an authentic dimension of themselves and their own identity.
Life challenges don't follow a neat timeline. Whether you are navigating a difficult career transition, the pain of relationship breakdown, daily overwhelm, or the deep weight of grief, you deserve a space where you feel truly seen and understood. My practice is built around the belief that every individual, from all walks of life, has the inner resources to heal. I offer warm, flexible support that honours your unique experience.
Life challenges don't follow a neat timeline. Whether you are navigating a difficult career transition, the pain of relationship breakdown, daily overwhelm, or the deep weight of grief, you deserve a space where you feel truly seen and understood. My practice is built around the belief that every individual, from all walks of life, has the inner resources to heal. I offer warm, flexible support that honours your unique experience.
I have thirty years of experience as a nurse practitioner in women's health, sexual heath, HIV and addiction.
Often the difficulties people face in the present are connected to earlier life experiences. By exploring these connections, we can uncover the deeper meanings behind what may be making you feel stuck. I offer psychodynamic counselling in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space where together we can work through your struggles towards healing and lasting change.
I have thirty years of experience as a nurse practitioner in women's health, sexual heath, HIV and addiction.
Often the difficulties people face in the present are connected to earlier life experiences. By exploring these connections, we can uncover the deeper meanings behind what may be making you feel stuck. I offer psychodynamic counselling in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space where together we can work through your struggles towards healing and lasting change.
I am a therapist who understands overload, burning out and weight of circumstances not from text books, but from real life. I work directly, honestly, without judgement.
Together, we will slow down the chaos in your head, untangle what is weighing on you and figure out steps to help you feel alive, grounded and in control again.
I am a therapist who understands overload, burning out and weight of circumstances not from text books, but from real life. I work directly, honestly, without judgement.
Together, we will slow down the chaos in your head, untangle what is weighing on you and figure out steps to help you feel alive, grounded and in control again.
Hi I'm Sandra. Starting therapy can be scary but it can also be beneficial to anyone who is experiencing emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges. I am a trained counsellor and I can provide a supportive and confidential space to work through these difficulties. I believe that everyone has the ability to heal and grow, and I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It is important to find a counsellor who is a good fit for you as I think the relationship that we build together is a key factor in the healing process.
Hi I'm Sandra. Starting therapy can be scary but it can also be beneficial to anyone who is experiencing emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges. I am a trained counsellor and I can provide a supportive and confidential space to work through these difficulties. I believe that everyone has the ability to heal and grow, and I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It is important to find a counsellor who is a good fit for you as I think the relationship that we build together is a key factor in the healing process.
When you encounter difficult times in our day to day lives it is helpful to be able to talk these through with someone who is trained and objective. To help you explore the issues that matter to you, bringing insight and understanding to enable you to find your way through problems and dilemmas.
When you encounter difficult times in our day to day lives it is helpful to be able to talk these through with someone who is trained and objective. To help you explore the issues that matter to you, bringing insight and understanding to enable you to find your way through problems and dilemmas.
I offer compassionate online and in-person counselling in Edinburgh and across the UK for adults, children & young people, students, and seniors.
Whether you’re facing current difficulties, working through long-term challenges, or seeking personal growth, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore what matters most to you.
My approach is grounded in person-centred therapy, where empathy, respect, and genuine connection are central. I also incorporate psychodynamic insights to explore how your past may influence your present, uncovering patterns that can feel hard to shift.
I offer compassionate online and in-person counselling in Edinburgh and across the UK for adults, children & young people, students, and seniors.
Whether you’re facing current difficulties, working through long-term challenges, or seeking personal growth, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore what matters most to you.
My approach is grounded in person-centred therapy, where empathy, respect, and genuine connection are central. I also incorporate psychodynamic insights to explore how your past may influence your present, uncovering patterns that can feel hard to shift.
In individual therapy I have a particular interest in self esteem, identity struggles, trauma, addictions, self harm, suicidality and eating disorders.
Are you struggling with moments of anxiety or going through a hard time you cannot seem to shake off? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or numb? Life can be challenging at times, as though nothing will feel right again. Sometimes, it can feel as though life 'should feel good' and you cannot understand why you feel so low. It can feel isolating and lonely to not be able to express to your family and friends how you feel - perhaps this has made you feel 'invisible'. Or others' needs have come first for so long that you no longer are in touch with what you need for yourself and find it hard to truly feel connected with others.
In individual therapy I have a particular interest in self esteem, identity struggles, trauma, addictions, self harm, suicidality and eating disorders.
Are you struggling with moments of anxiety or going through a hard time you cannot seem to shake off? Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or numb? Life can be challenging at times, as though nothing will feel right again. Sometimes, it can feel as though life 'should feel good' and you cannot understand why you feel so low. It can feel isolating and lonely to not be able to express to your family and friends how you feel - perhaps this has made you feel 'invisible'. Or others' needs have come first for so long that you no longer are in touch with what you need for yourself and find it hard to truly feel connected with others.
Starting therapy can seem daunting and scary at first. But it's the first step you have taken to embark on this journey. Feeling isolated and not able to make sense of the world around you? Questioning all that you have grown up with? Racing thoughts constantly clouding your mind? Feeling detached, anxious or upset? Not sure how to process what you are experiencing? All this seems pretty overwhelming but more common than you think. Through acceptance and kindness why not allow yourself to be able to make sense of all this through therapy. Let each session speak for itself and discover different parts of yourself.
Starting therapy can seem daunting and scary at first. But it's the first step you have taken to embark on this journey. Feeling isolated and not able to make sense of the world around you? Questioning all that you have grown up with? Racing thoughts constantly clouding your mind? Feeling detached, anxious or upset? Not sure how to process what you are experiencing? All this seems pretty overwhelming but more common than you think. Through acceptance and kindness why not allow yourself to be able to make sense of all this through therapy. Let each session speak for itself and discover different parts of yourself.
I’m a person-centred counsellor who is dedicated to offering support in a calm, compassionate, straightforward way.
Whatever you bring to therapy, I aim to be a warm, consistent presence, who will listen carefully with a genuine curiosity and help you to clarify your present situation and options available to you.
I’m a person-centred counsellor who is dedicated to offering support in a calm, compassionate, straightforward way.
Whatever you bring to therapy, I aim to be a warm, consistent presence, who will listen carefully with a genuine curiosity and help you to clarify your present situation and options available to you.
Alongside relationship work, I have experience to support issues such as anger, addiction, bereavement, anxiety, depression and challenges linked to the autistic spectrum.
You will not be disappointed if you come to me for whatever has gone wrong in your relationship. If your communication has broken down or emotional distance has developed I provide a calm and supportive space where you and your partner will be listened to and understood. You will feel respected and comfortable and move to a better situation rapidly in our counselling process. Drawing on many years of experience in counselling and mediation, I guarantee your moving to healthier, more constructive ways of relating by offering that you do not pay if session is not helpful. Sessions available online or at my Edinburgh home- office.
Alongside relationship work, I have experience to support issues such as anger, addiction, bereavement, anxiety, depression and challenges linked to the autistic spectrum.
You will not be disappointed if you come to me for whatever has gone wrong in your relationship. If your communication has broken down or emotional distance has developed I provide a calm and supportive space where you and your partner will be listened to and understood. You will feel respected and comfortable and move to a better situation rapidly in our counselling process. Drawing on many years of experience in counselling and mediation, I guarantee your moving to healthier, more constructive ways of relating by offering that you do not pay if session is not helpful. Sessions available online or at my Edinburgh home- office.
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes, can’t it? Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, or low self-esteem, or navigating a big change that’s left you feeling lost. Perhaps you’ve been carrying the weight of past trauma or dealing with the pressure to meet expectations, whether they come from others or yourself. I work with people who want to feel like themselves again, to find clarity, confidence, and balance in their lives. You might be looking for someone to truly listen, to understand your unique story without judgment, and to help you make sense of the challenges you’re facing. I’m here to help you every step of the way.
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes, can’t it? Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, or low self-esteem, or navigating a big change that’s left you feeling lost. Perhaps you’ve been carrying the weight of past trauma or dealing with the pressure to meet expectations, whether they come from others or yourself. I work with people who want to feel like themselves again, to find clarity, confidence, and balance in their lives. You might be looking for someone to truly listen, to understand your unique story without judgment, and to help you make sense of the challenges you’re facing. I’m here to help you every step of the way.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Unhappy, stressed, experiencing relationship problems, feeling alone or held back by bereavement? Therapy can be short term, 4-6 sessions and we can work together in a highly focused way, including exploring strategies if you wish to. For some, longer term therapy is preferred. In this we can explore issues in greater depth and you can be supported to make lasting changes in your life.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Unhappy, stressed, experiencing relationship problems, feeling alone or held back by bereavement? Therapy can be short term, 4-6 sessions and we can work together in a highly focused way, including exploring strategies if you wish to. For some, longer term therapy is preferred. In this we can explore issues in greater depth and you can be supported to make lasting changes in your life.
Psychoanalysis or psychoanalytic psychotherapy is an open-ended conversation with no agenda and no time limit (i.e. number of sessions). The practice (Greek: Praxis) of psychoanalysis attends to the person who comes for analysis, to listen and witness their concerns, and to facilitate, if possible some kind of loosening of the strictures than bind and contort experience. I work with people with different needs under the rubric of mental distress.
Psychoanalysis or psychoanalytic psychotherapy is an open-ended conversation with no agenda and no time limit (i.e. number of sessions). The practice (Greek: Praxis) of psychoanalysis attends to the person who comes for analysis, to listen and witness their concerns, and to facilitate, if possible some kind of loosening of the strictures than bind and contort experience. I work with people with different needs under the rubric of mental distress.
I've worked in the third sector individually and in groups, specialising in trauma and abuse, addiction, and suicide prevention.
We all carry within us a world uniquely shaped by what we care about and what concerns us. It is to this inner world that we endlessly return, even when we appear to inhabit a completely foreign one. Our purpose is to make the foreign familiar – to unravel the mental discomfort that makes us feel like strangers in our own world.
Coming to therapy and opening up can be a difficult decision. Therapy is a personal and private process, and each person navigates life’s challenges in their own way. I understand that taking the first step can feel stressful.
I've worked in the third sector individually and in groups, specialising in trauma and abuse, addiction, and suicide prevention.
We all carry within us a world uniquely shaped by what we care about and what concerns us. It is to this inner world that we endlessly return, even when we appear to inhabit a completely foreign one. Our purpose is to make the foreign familiar – to unravel the mental discomfort that makes us feel like strangers in our own world.
Coming to therapy and opening up can be a difficult decision. Therapy is a personal and private process, and each person navigates life’s challenges in their own way. I understand that taking the first step can feel stressful.
At the heart of my approach is a non-judgemental curiosity about your experience, both inside and outside the therapy room. Together, we can explore your inner world, including the parts that are difficult to face. My role is to help this process unfold at a pace that feels right for you. While this work can be challenging, it can also meaningfully open up new ways of relating to yourself and others.
At the heart of my approach is a non-judgemental curiosity about your experience, both inside and outside the therapy room. Together, we can explore your inner world, including the parts that are difficult to face. My role is to help this process unfold at a pace that feels right for you. While this work can be challenging, it can also meaningfully open up new ways of relating to yourself and others.
I specialise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, low mood, trauma, issues facing the LGBT+ community & sports performance. My clinical education has included studies in gender and body image, CBT theory, IFS theory, sports performance, EMDR, group therapy, the impact of trauma on the LGBTQ+ community, and trauma response. As a therapist, I look to show acceptance, genuineness, and empathy. I believe that each of us has the capacity to work through our suffering and has the potential to turn this into resilience and growth. I use a variety of different approaches including EMDR Therapy. Sessions will take place online.
I specialise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, low mood, trauma, issues facing the LGBT+ community & sports performance. My clinical education has included studies in gender and body image, CBT theory, IFS theory, sports performance, EMDR, group therapy, the impact of trauma on the LGBTQ+ community, and trauma response. As a therapist, I look to show acceptance, genuineness, and empathy. I believe that each of us has the capacity to work through our suffering and has the potential to turn this into resilience and growth. I use a variety of different approaches including EMDR Therapy. Sessions will take place online.
Hi, I am Tatiana, a registered Music Therapist. I offer a safe, compassionate and responsive space for you to explore your emotional needs and ways of being, connect with your inner strengths and find helpful ways to process difficult emotions and support your emotional wellbeing.
Hi, I am Tatiana, a registered Music Therapist. I offer a safe, compassionate and responsive space for you to explore your emotional needs and ways of being, connect with your inner strengths and find helpful ways to process difficult emotions and support your emotional wellbeing.
It can be overwhelming searching for the right counsellor – someone who feels like a good fit and a safe person to talk to. You may have stopped and started this process a few times already, and it’s okay if you’re feeling unsure about what you need right now. If you’re looking for a space to make sense of things and feel more at ease, you’re in the right place. I work in a warm, grounded way, bringing curiosity, care and thoughtful reflection as we explore your experiences. I offer an approach that fosters understanding and gentle exploration, supporting you to make sense of your experiences and allowing change to unfold naturally.
It can be overwhelming searching for the right counsellor – someone who feels like a good fit and a safe person to talk to. You may have stopped and started this process a few times already, and it’s okay if you’re feeling unsure about what you need right now. If you’re looking for a space to make sense of things and feel more at ease, you’re in the right place. I work in a warm, grounded way, bringing curiosity, care and thoughtful reflection as we explore your experiences. I offer an approach that fosters understanding and gentle exploration, supporting you to make sense of your experiences and allowing change to unfold naturally.
Other areas I have experience with include life transitions, expat life, burnout, student life, postgraduate studying, post-graduation anxiety, stress for big events, fear of flying, digital nomads, start-up culture, remote working, porn addiction, doom spending, fears of the future (climate/recession), creative professionals, entrepreneurs/freelancers, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism.
Hi, I’m Siobhan, a CBT Therapist based in a cosy space in the heart of Edinburgh. I offer both in-person and online sessions. I specialise in working with anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, burnout, depression as well as specific fears. Many of my clients are students, recent graduates or people navigating transitions into work or new life stages. I often work with students feeling overwhelmed, graduates unsure of their direction and people who have recently moved to Edinburgh and are finding it harder than expected to settle. I also support neurodivergent clients, including ADHD and those in tech, digital, or creative industries.
Other areas I have experience with include life transitions, expat life, burnout, student life, postgraduate studying, post-graduation anxiety, stress for big events, fear of flying, digital nomads, start-up culture, remote working, porn addiction, doom spending, fears of the future (climate/recession), creative professionals, entrepreneurs/freelancers, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism.
Hi, I’m Siobhan, a CBT Therapist based in a cosy space in the heart of Edinburgh. I offer both in-person and online sessions. I specialise in working with anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, burnout, depression as well as specific fears. Many of my clients are students, recent graduates or people navigating transitions into work or new life stages. I often work with students feeling overwhelmed, graduates unsure of their direction and people who have recently moved to Edinburgh and are finding it harder than expected to settle. I also support neurodivergent clients, including ADHD and those in tech, digital, or creative industries.
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